Training Programme in the Law of Armed Conflict - LOAC
Our Training programme provides a structured, 3-tiered approach to building an in-depth knowledge of Law of Armed Conflict (LOAC), addressing different levels of prior experience developing from Foundation to Advanced levels with Specialised courses to cover specific topics in greater detail. Courses are designed to deal with current issues in LOAC, focusing on delivering practical and experience-based instruction, supported by exercises and case studies to reinforce the participant’s understanding.
Course leaders and participants come from across the world, ensuring an unique environment with a diverse, challenging and stimulating international perspective. Our Training Courses are suitable for Civilian and Military Personnel, both Legally and Non-Legally qualified.
Tier 1: Foundation
149th International Military Course on LOAC (English with Arabic class) 13-24 May, Sanremo
150th International Military Course on LOAC (French) 1-12 July, Sanremo
151st International Military Course on LOAC (Spanish with Portuguese class) 16-27 September, Sanremo
152nd International Military Course on LOAC (English with Chinese and Russian classes) 4-15 November, Sanremo
Tier 2: Advanced
22th Advanced Course on LOAC (English) 30 September–4 October, Sanremo
23st Advanced Course on LOAC (French) 30 September–4 October, Sanremo
24rd Advanced Course on LOAC (Spanish) 30 September–4 October, Sanremo
Tier 3: Specialised
12th Competition on IHL for Military Academies (English) 18–22 March , Sanremo
10th Conduct of Peace Operations (English) 17-21 June, Sanremo
15th Course on IHL for Planners, Executors and Controllers of Air Operations (English) 25-29 November, Sanremo
15th Course on IHL for Planners and Executors of Naval Operations (English) 25-29 November, Sanremo
28th Course for Directors of Courses and Trainers in IHL (English) 2-6 December, Sanremo
29th Course for Directors of Courses and Trainers in IHL (French) 2-6 December, Sanremo
Contemporary Workshops in International Humanitarian Law
In order to develop continuously the dialogue on the complex and evolving subject of International Humanitarian Law, the Institute conducts several workshops on topics of current importance to IHL. These workshops bring together leading military experts and academics to discuss the key challenges in a specific area of IHL and to address the particular considerations posed by these to interoperability in the multinational context.
- Deprivation of Liberty (Detention) in Armed Conflict (English) 5-7 March, Sanremo
- Non-International Armed Conflict (English) 28-30 May, Sanremo
- Rules of Engagement (ROE) (English) 24-30 June, Sydney
(in collaboration with the US Naval War College an the Asia Pacific Centre for Military Law)
- Rules of Engagement (ROE) (English) 9-13 September, Sanremo
- Maritime Security Operations (English) 22-24 October, Sanremo
Course on International Humanitarian Law and Refugee Law (English) 10-14 March, Cairo
(Organised in cooperation with the Cairo Regional Centre for training on Conflict Resolution and Peacekeeping in Africa)
12th Summer Course on International Humanitarian Law (English) 24 June-5 July, Sanremo/Geneva
Training Programme on Refugee Law, Migration Law and the Protection of Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs)
We also conduct a general course on refugee law, augmented by thematic courses and specialised seminars to achieve greater depth of coverage in specific areas. These courses are designed for government officials, UN and NGO personnel responsible for and dealing with refugees, migration and IDP issues. Their aim is to increase the knowledge and skills of the participants, developing a greater level of awareness of the law through an interactive environment enhanced by the global experience of teaching staff and participants. They include lectures, case studies, simulations, and practical exercises led by experts.
Refugee Law
70th Course on Refugee Law (English) 16-20 April, Sanremo
71st Course on Refugee Law (French) 7-11May, Sanremo
72nd Course on Refugee Law (Spanish) 15-19 October, Sanremo
73rd Course on Refugee Law (English) 19-23 November, Sanremo
74th Course on Refugee Law (Arabic) 17-21 November, Sanremo
Thematic Courses on Migration Law and the Protection of Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs)
9th International Migration Law Course (English) 7-11 October, Sanremo
2nd Course on Law and Legal Protection in Natural Disasters (English) 9-13 September, Sanremo